Nilu27, the prestigious brand founded by the famous designer of sports cars Sasha Selipanovhas finally unveiled its first hypercar: the NILU. After teasing enthusiasts with teasers on social media, the wait is over. The NILU is here to challenge contemporary trends in the automotive industryoffering a unique and uncompromising driving experience.
The NILU hypercar eschews current trends like electrification and digitalization. Instead, it aims for an authentic driving experience, drawing inspiration from 1960s racing cars, classic Italian design studios, and the Bauhaus philosophy of “form follows function.” This approach has resulted in a design that is both fresh and familiar, with tight cross-sections and sinuous curves that optimize aerodynamics and aesthetics.
Eclectic design and engineering
The NILU frame is a monocoque in custom carbon fibercomplemented by tubular aluminum alloy subframes. This unconventional approach improves accessibility to drivetrain components and facilitates heat extraction, celebrating mechanical aesthetics. The cabin, designed for perfect viewing angles and optimal ergonomics, seats two adults in a traditional side-by-side configuration, with gullwing doors that make ingress and egress extremely easy.
Analog Human Machine Interface
The interior of the NILU exalts the purity of analog driving. All controls are manualwith the exception of the rearview mirror/camera screen, which improves rearward visibility. The steering wheel, devoid of buttons and switches, offers unparalleled precision and steering feel. The seven-speed manual transmission with open-gate shifting adds a touch of authenticity and confidence, while manual adjustments to the cold-worked, weighted controls provide gratifying tactile feedback.
The heart of NILU is an engine 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12produced in partnership with Hartley Engines. Capable of producing over 1,000 horsepower, this engine represents the pinnacle of naturally aspirated power, offering a driving experience that combines the precision of an electric motor with the tactile feedback of an internal combustion engine. The engine’s unique “Hot V” design optimises heat extraction and aesthetics, with 3D-printed Inconel exhaust manifolds.
Superior driving dynamics for NILU
The double wishbone pushrod suspension, paired with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires, ensures precise and responsive handling. Carbon ceramic brakes supplied by Brembo, with GT | BM calipers and CCM-R Plus rotors, provide exceptional stopping power. Nilu27 centerlock wheels, designed in-house and produced by AppTech, reduce unsprung weight, further enhancing the car’s dynamic performance.
The first prototypes and the first batch of NILU intended for customers will be assembled by Aria Group in California. Nilu27 is also developing a street-legal version, limited to 54 unitseach with a unique design. “Introducing NILU to the world is a dream come true,” says Sasha Selipanov. “This hypercar represents years of research, passion and dedication.”
Source: www.autoblog.it
